redox
redox · redoxes · redoxed · redoxing
To subject to a redox reactionTo subject to a redox reaction.
/ˈɹiːdɒks/
» In redox reactions, the oxidizing agent is the electron acceptor and becomes reduced.
Meaning
1 sensesTo subject to a redox reaction.
Examples
2 sentencesIn redox reactions, the oxidizing agent is the electron acceptor and becomes reduced.
Lithium-ion batteries are a class of batteries that uses redox reactions involving lithium.
Origin
Shortening of reduction and oxidation.Shortening of reduction and oxidation.
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Forms
redoxes, redoxing, redoxed, redoxedWord family
13 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle